Back Where I Started
Like You To Me Lyrics


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So how could you expect me
To turn a harlot to a housewife
We'll lie and say it's alright
Covering up the truth
Just like you always do
It's no surprise that you got caught

And every word she said
Was still stuck in my head
I just can't let this go
When all the rest
Knew the truth

I've got my reasons
Why I'm wrapped up so tight
And I can't sleep at night
But you expect me
To be here waiting
You're not worth waiting for

You go heavy on the heart
But stay easy on the eyes
I'm still stuck on midwest goodbyes
You put me right where you wanted
Now I'm back where I started
Save your breath to save my life

I know you're loving this attention
It's laughable you're a joke
There's no question
I wish you had more discretion
It's time you stop wasting time
And start learning your lesson
Class is in session
So stop being absent
Class is in session
So pay attention
Alright

I'll take what's best for me
And you can keep the rest of me




She's stuck in my past
And that's where she'll stay

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Back Where I Started" by Like You To Me are an introspective exploration of a troubled relationship that has gone sour. The song is a mix of feelings: hurt, anger, and disappointment. The singer feels let down by his partner, who he describes as a harlot, adding that he cannot turn her into a housewife. It's a classic domestic metaphor, alluding to the fact that people don't change quickly, and sometimes, not at all, regardless of how much effort we put into them.


The singer feels that the partner is covering up the truth and is not addressing the root of their problems. He expresses frustration that he is expected to wait around for them even though he is not worth waiting for. The lyrics go on to describe a scenario where the singer feels trapped and cannot sleep at night. He says that he is stuck and feels heavy on the heart. The partner's behavior leaves him back where he started, stuck in the same position where he was before the relationship started.


The song further details the singer's feelings, saying that he wishes the partner had more discretion and that he knows they love the attention they are getting. The song concludes with the singer saying that he would only take what is best for him and leave the rest behind. The partner would remain in his past, and he would move on. The song offers an insightful, honest, and raw look at relationships and love.


Line by Line Meaning

So how could you expect me
I am not capable of changing someone into something they're not.


To turn a harlot to a housewife
I cannot transform a promiscuous woman into a faithful partner.


We'll lie and say it's alright
We will deceive ourselves into thinking that it's okay, but it's not.


Covering up the truth
Hiding the reality of the situation from ourselves and others.


Just like you always do
This is a pattern of behavior that you regularly display.


It's no surprise that you got caught
It was inevitable that you would eventually face the consequences of your actions.


And every word she said
I can't stop thinking about everything that she told me.


Was still stuck in my head
Her words continue to replay in my mind.


I just can't let this go
I can't move on from this situation.


When all the rest
Everyone else knew what was going on, except for me.


Knew the truth
Everyone was aware of the reality of the situation.


I've got my reasons
There are valid explanations behind why I am so internally distressed.


Why I'm wrapped up so tight
The emotional damage I've sustained has left me feeling suffocated.


And I can't sleep at night
I am plagued by restlessness and insomnia.


But you expect me
You anticipate that I will resume my previous role in our relationship.


To be here waiting
You anticipate my patience while you continue to mistreat me.


You're not worth waiting for
You are not deserving of my patience or loyalty.


You go heavy on the heart
Your actions bring emotional anguish and heartbreak.


But stay easy on the eyes
You have an attractive physical appearance.


I'm still stuck on midwest goodbyes
I'm still hung up on the idea of an amicable separation.


You put me right where you wanted
You have positioned me exactly where it's most convenient for you.


Now I'm back where I started
I am in the exact same situation as before.


Save your breath to save my life
Don't waste your energy talking to me if it's not going to benefit my well-being.


I know you're loving this attention
You are thriving on the attention that this situation is bringing you.


It's laughable you're a joke
You are worthy of mockery as a result of your actions.


There's no question
It's indisputable that your behavior is unacceptable.


I wish you had more discretion
I hope that you will cultivate better judgement in the future.


It's time you stop wasting time
You need to cease squandering your time.


And start learning your lesson
It's time for you to acquire wisdom and approach situations with more astuteness.


Class is in session
You have much to learn and much improvement to make.


So stop being absent
Stop neglecting participation and responsibility in your own growth.


Class is in session
This is an opportunity for you to learn and develop.


So pay attention
Be attentive and receptive to the lessons presented to you.


I'll take what's best for me
I will prioritize my own well-being.


And you can keep the rest of me
You are not deserving of the entirety of my affection, loyalty, or time.


She's stuck in my past
I am reminiscing about a former lover.


And that's where she'll stay
I have no plans to revisit or rekindle that relationship.




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Lyrics

Alright, why she gotta lie straight to my face?
Tell me you want me then don't stay
If you gon' walk, then walk my way
But I can't watch from just one place
You don't make it easy to leave, baby
Playing what you got when you need, baby
You know I don't like when you tease, baby
You say you love me then
You wanna be my friend
I give you all my lovin', girl
And then you run away (ah-ooh)
Do you love me back?
Alright, if you gon' ask then, yeah, I'm fine
You didn't do nun, just waste my time
If anyone asks, I'll say I tried
When we both know, you're stealing my light
You don't make it easy to leave, baby
Playing what you got when you need, baby
You know I don't like when you tease, baby
You say you love me then
You wanna be my friend
I give you all my lovin', girl
And then you run away (ah-ooh)
Do you love me back?
Alright, why she gotta lie straight to my face?
Tell me you want me then don't stay
If you gon' walk, then walk my way
But I can't watch from just one place
You don't make it easy to leave, baby
Playing what you got when you need, baby
You know I don't like when you tease (tease)
You say you love me then
You wanna be my friend
I give you all my lovin', girl
And then you run away (ah-ooh)
Do you love me back?
Ooh, do you love me back?



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Lyrics~~
Alright, why she gotta lie straight to my face?
Tell me you want me then don't stay
If you gon' walk, then walk my way
But I can't watch from just one place
You don't make it easy to leave, baby
Playing what you got when you need, baby
You know I don't like when you tease, baby
You say you love me then
You wanna be my friend
I give you all my lovin', girl
And then you run away (ah-ooh)
Do you love me back?
Alright, if you gon' ask then, yeah, I'm fine
You didn't do nun, just waste my time
If anyone asks, I'll say I tried
When we both know, you're stealing my light
You don't make it easy to leave, baby
Playing what you got when you need, baby
You know I don't like when you tease, baby
You say you love me then
You wanna be my friend
I give you all my lovin', girl
And then you run away (ah-ooh)
Do you love me back?
Alright, why she gotta lie straight to my face?
Tell me you want me then don't stay
If you gon' walk, then walk my way
But I can't watch from just one place
You don't make it easy to leave, baby
Playing what you got when you need, baby
You know I don't like when you tease (tease)
You say you love me then
You wanna be my friend
I give you all my lovin', girl
And then you run away (ah-ooh)
Do you love me back?
Ooh, do you love me back?



Kartik Singh

Dua Lipa:🎶You say you love me, I say you crazy
We're nothing more than friends
You're not my lover, more like a brother
I known you since we were like ten, yeah
Mean While
Trinidad Cardona:🎶You say you love me then
You wanna be my friend
I give you all my lovin’, girl
And then you run away (Ah-ooh)
Best one is absolutely Trinidad Cardona



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I love the song so much I can't get out of my head 😭✨

Maceyy

Same

sukeyna

Same

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Fax

法特玛

me too

AshleyFran11

ikr

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Tanzeeba Shabnam

Lyrics+voice=perfect combination ❤❣️loved it

Madiha Shafqat

That so true.

Isaaa

And sped up makes it even beterrrrr

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Nissi Williams

This song is rent free in my head 😍

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